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Acatenango Volcano 2-Day Hike
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- Free cancellation available
- 2d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Summit Guatemala's 3rd highest Volcano
- Walk through a maze of corn, old growth forests, and a barren summit of scree
- Watch the microclimates and terrain change around you in this diverse ecosystem
- Enjoy breathtaking 360° views of all that Guatemala has to offer
- Spend time watching nearby volcan Fuego erupt (4km away)
Activity location
- Antigua Guatemala
- Antigua Guatemala, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 5a Avenida Sur # 12, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala | The group meets at the Old Town Outfitters shop at 9:00am, one block south of Central Park, on the corner of 5th av and 6th calle. 5a. Avenida Sur #12, Antigua, Guatemala Here at our shop, open from 8am-6pm daily, you can purchase gear, clothing, or snacks for your ride.
- Antigua Guatemala, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
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Acatenango Volcano 2-Day Hike
- 2d
- English
What's included, what's not
- Round trip transportation from Old Town Outfitters office in Antigua
- All park entrance fees + local guide from the community of La Soledad
- Freshly prepared picnic lunch, dinner, and breakfast + juice/coffee/tea & snacks
- Sleeping bags, sleeping pads and comfortable tents for camping at high-altitude
- Full tour of Volcan Acatenango by a local, bilingual guide with certified 1st-Aid training
- Hiking boots or trekking shoes (no sandals)
- Large-capacity backpack (35L+) with rain cover
- One warm layer and/or windbreaker
- Rain jacket (May thru October)
- Cold-weather clothing for near-freezing night-time temperatures at camp
- Personal toiletries and/or medications
- Camera, hat, sunglasses & sunscreen
- 4 liters of water (minimum)
- Flashlight
- TIP for great service from your Old Town guide!
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Luggage or large bags, Open-toed shoes, Oversize luggage
What you can expect
This 2-day/1-night excursion takes you on a hike up Volcan Acatenango to a private campsite carved into the mountainside, where you enjoy meals, panoramic views, and the dramatic sight of Volcan Fuego's eruptions.
Day 1: Hike to Camp
The adventure begins at 8:00am from the Old Town Outfitters Shop in Antigua. After a one-hour drive to La Soledad, the hike starts with a steep ascent through local farm fields to warm up the legs. The trail then moves into an ancient tropical cloud forest filled with rich biodiversity and native birds, offering a glimpse of Guatemala’s famous Quetzal. Continuing upward, hikers traverse temperate coniferous and tropical dry forests, passing the tree-line. The campsite, located just below the tree-line, offers expansive views of the Antigua valley and Volcan Fuego. Campers can rest, soak in the surroundings, and enjoy a freshly prepared dinner with hot beverages at around 3750m.
Day 2: Summit and Descent
After an early camp breakfast, the group embarks on a 45-minute ascent along a steep, rocky scree trail to Acatenango’s summit (3975m), where they are rewarded with 360-degree views across the Guatemalan highlands up to the Mexican border. After spending time at the top, the group begins a 3-hour descent via an alternate route that showcases even more of the mountain’s diverse microclimates. The journey concludes with a return to La Soledad and a transfer back to Antigua by early afternoon, around 13:00hrs.
Location
Activity location
- Antigua Guatemala
- Antigua Guatemala, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 5a Avenida Sur # 12, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala | The group meets at the Old Town Outfitters shop at 9:00am, one block south of Central Park, on the corner of 5th av and 6th calle. 5a. Avenida Sur #12, Antigua, Guatemala Here at our shop, open from 8am-6pm daily, you can purchase gear, clothing, or snacks for your ride.
- Antigua Guatemala, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala